Aqua Fitness Instructor - Healthy Living II

at  YMCA of Greater Seattle

JOB SUMMARY

• This is an on-site position
  Instructs water exercise classes and provides motivation for class participants. Acts as a liaison and champion for YMCA Total Health.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Current state approved first-aid certification. *
• CPR for the Professional Rescuer. *
• Knowledge of, and previous experience with diverse populations (language, culture, race, physical ability, sexual orientation, etc.).
• Ability to speak any language in addition to English may be helpful.
• Within 30 days of employment, or first available training.
  ** Within six months of employment, at first available training.
  Other combinations of applicable education, training, and experience which provide the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position may be considered.
  Expected Hours of Work: Branch operational hours that may include mornings, evenings, and weekends.

• Plans and leads water fitness classes in accordance with YMCA guidelines.
• Develops positive relationships with class members/participants providing motivational support and guidance.
• Increases class member/participant awareness of all healthy lifestyle factors.
• Organizes and puts away class equipment and reports equipment problems.
• Maintains records as appropriate (i.e. class attendance).
• Follows all YMCA policies, rules, regulations, and procedures, including emergency procedures. Completes incident and accident reports as necessary.
• Attends staff meetings and applicable trainings approved by supervisor.
• Trains and supervises volunteer class aides as assigned.
• Encourages member involvement and identifies potential volunteers.
• Conveys basic knowledge of all program areas to members and participants and as appropriate referring members to appropriate Total Health program or staff member.
• May make follow up motivational phone calls to Total Health participants.
• May assist with total health orientation